Chia Seeds

Chia Seeds: Applications in the Agri-food Industry is a comprehensive guide to the properties of chia biomass (seeds, leaves and ingredients/products thereof) and their utilization in the agri-food industry and beyond. The book is based on the analysis of chia value chain and summarizes the scientific, technical and health aspects of chia (Salvia hispanica L.). Divided into 3 sections, this book fills a critical gap in the literature by providing a comprehensive overview of chia biomass available to address key global bioeconomy and United Nation Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) challenges. It provides advanced information for utilization of chia-based biomass based on their specific properties, application of eco-efficient technologies for their processing and conversion into a variety of products for different groups of consumers including those with special needs (e.g. celiac patients, vegans and vegetarians). It offers practical guidance on the development of new value chains, and their integration within the existing agri-food systems. Edited by a team of experts in the field, this book provides a practical and informative resource for researchers, students, and professionals interested in the application of chia seeds, leaves and chia-based ingredients for the development of new food and non-food value chains.

• Presents chia-based products in line with regulatory requirements
• Provides detailed information on chia biomass properties, its primary and secondary metabolites, and techno-functional properties
• Discusses the economic, research and environmental sustainability of chia and chia-based value chains